We all hate cleaning, well most of us, so it’s no wonder we often look for ways to make it simpler and easier. Fortunately, there are a few of these ways – here are at least 15!
Whether you’re cleaning your house constantly or you just need to do it because you’re expecting visitors, these simple tricks can make the process a lot quicker and less painful.
You’ll also save money on a lot of useless cleaning products. Without further ado, here are our cheap and easy hacks for a super clean home.
1. Cleaning the blender
Fill the blender with warm water and a drop of dish soap, then turn it on for several seconds and leave it, then rinse it off with warm water. This is not to say that you shouldn’t use your sponge after that, but remember; practically everything around the house can be cleaned with a sponge.
Of course, you now need to clean the sponge because it can retain a lot of bacteria, especially after it’s been in the sink for a long time. For easy cleaning, microwave it for half a minute to get rid of bacteria (and be sure to wait a few minutes before taking it out because it’s hot).
2. Use dryer sheets
Even after you’ve used them, dryer sheets are magical. You can use them to polish water stains on mirrors and shower doors, clean baseboards, and clean kitchen fixtures. We recommend adding a little vinegar to remove hard water stains; They can work miracles for accessories like kitchen faucets.
3. How to clean the air vents
If you’ve neglected them, your air vents are likely full of dirt and dust. This sends dust into the rooms and prevents dirty air from escaping. First, use a soft suction brush tool to try to get rid of the dust.
If that doesn’t work, soak a cloth in whatever detergent you have around the house and wrap it around a butter knife. This will keep the vents very clean.
4. Clean the blinds with vinegar
There’s a reason our grandmothers always had vinegar and baking soda in the house. Vinegar has a wide range of applications, from cleaning hard water stains, as mentioned above, to cleaning blinds.
Blinds can easily get dirty and dusty, so here’s a quick fix: Combine equal parts water and vinegar in a bowl and get a cloth to cover your hand. This is important because vinegar can damage your skin. Dip the cloth into the mixture and then wipe it over each slat of the blinds to remove any dirt or dust.
5. How to clean your shower in a jiffy
You can also clean the shower with vinegar; after all, you don’t want to spend all day in the bathroom. Just fill a wand with half dish soap and half vinegar and start scrubbing. You can also use a toothbrush or sponge for this, with the same solution.
6. Use baking soda for cleaner fabrics
A cup of baking soda will do wonders – you won’t believe how blindingly white your clothes will turn out. Just put it in the washing machine before doing the laundry and add a little salt to remove the stains from the fabric.
7. Clean your couch fast
You can also use baking soda to clean your sofa. Helps remove stubborn odors and stains from all types of fabrics. Dust the sofa first, then sprinkle baking soda on the area you want to clean.
After about 15 minutes, vacuum up the baking soda with your vacuum’s brush attachment.
8. How to clean stainless steel
Stainless steel appliances always stain. To make them shine, get a soft cloth and some rubbing alcohol.
Alternatively, you can use dish soap and water to clean the surface and rub in a little olive oil (a few drops will do) to make the steel shine. Baby or mineral oil on a second cloth also works.
9. How to clean your computer safely
Never use acetone, ethanol, ammonia, toluene, or methyl chloride near your computer. Also, avoid harsh chemicals and paper products and don’t spray anything directly on the screen.
What is the best way to clean your computer? Rub some white vinegar on a microfiber cloth and scrub the keyboard well. Then clean the dirtiest areas with a cotton swab soaked in vinegar.
Take a microfiber cloth and wipe it gently in a circular motion to clean the screen. If necessary, apply a mixture of vinegar and water, gently.
10. Annoying grease stains
Mix alcohol and salt in a 4: 1 ratio to clean grease stains from carpets or other surfaces. Simply rub the mixture into the stain and allow the surface to dry. If necessary, vacuum up the remaining salt.
11. Use masking tape to remove dust, dirt, and crumbs.
Strong duct tape will pick up crumbs, dust, and dirt anywhere in the house – fabrics, lampshades, you name it.
12. Clean shoes with toothpaste
Use toothpaste and an old toothbrush to make the white parts of your shoes look like new again; This really works great! They always ask me if I just bought a new pair.
13. Clean burnt dishes
We know how annoying burnt pans and pots can be. Once again, baking soda and vinegar come to the rescue. Fill the burnt plate with water and a cup of white vinegar, bring the mixture to a boil, and then add two tablespoons of baking soda. Wait for it to cool down, then clean the burned stuff.
14. Use a dry cloth or broom to sweep the baseboards
If you haven’t cleaned the baseboards in a while, sweep up the dust with a broom or dry cloth and then vacuum the area. Remove any dirt or dust with a damp cloth or sock.
15. The best way to clean the wooden floor
You can clean the wooden floor with a sponge and a bucket of water with a little dishwashing liquid. Use a damp cloth to remove any leftover soap residue when you are done washing.
Conclution
One last tip: use a sponge to remove stains from the tiles after you have vacuumed them. Alternatively, you can get a bucket of water, a rag, and some mild detergent and start scrubbing.
Make sure to wash the cloth and change the water from time to time. If not, you are just pushing more dirt. Use a toothbrush to remove really tough stains.